Bhagwaan Dada(1986)
Bhagwaan Dada is a 1986 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by J. Om Prakash. The film stars Rajinikanth in the title role, with Rakesh Roshan, Sridevi, Tina Munim, Danny Denzongpa, and a young Hrithik Roshan. The story follows a criminal who adopts an orphaned child and transforms his life. He builds a safe community called Shantinagar. The film explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and family. It is known for Rajinikanth's performance and its emotional story. The music was composed by Rajesh Roshan. The film was released in 1986 and is available on YouTube.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 25 April 1986
- Director
- J. Om Prakash
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 34m
- Rating
- 3.9/10
Storyline
A poor villager named Bhagwaan joins a gang to survive. After a widow's suicide, he adopts her baby. He leaves crime and builds a new life. Years later, his past returns to destroy his family. He must fight to protect those he loves.
“A criminal's heart changed by a child.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Bhagwaan Dada
Cast reunions in this film: Rajinikanth & Sridevi (16 films together), Rakesh Roshan & Rajesh Roshan (12 films together), Paresh Rawal & Satish Shah (8 films together), Hrithik Roshan & Rajesh Roshan (7 films together), Paresh Rawal & Danny Denzongpa (5 films together), and Hrithik Roshan & Rakesh Roshan (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Bhagwaan Dada' is a nickname for the lead character, played by Rajinikanth, which means 'God Brother' in Hindi.
- This was one of the few Hindi films where South Indian superstar Rajinikanth played the main hero, not a guest role.
- Director J. Om Prakash was known for family dramas, making this action film a slight departure from his usual style.
- The movie was released during a period when Rajinikanth was gaining a massive fan following across India.
- Some scenes were shot in real locations in Bombay to show the city's bustling and sometimes dangerous life.
- The soundtrack was composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal, a famous music duo who scored many hit films in the 1980s.
- Despite Rajinikanth's star power, the film did not become a major box office success in the Hindi-speaking regions.